Sova promoted to City of Midland Utilities Director

Published 6:30 am, Wednesday, June 1, 2016

The City of Midland has announced that Joseph Sova has been promoted to the role of Utilities Director effective July 1.

Sova replaces Utilities Director Noel Bush who will retire June 30 with 25 years of service to the City of Midland.

Sova is an 18-year employee of the City of Midland, serving as assistant to the utilities director and budget analyst for the utilities department. He was selected after a competitive search process.

“Joe has demonstrated management skills that are critical for leadership of the water, wastewater and landfill operations,” Midland City Manager Jon Lynch said. “His first-hand knowledge of the complexities of the utilities department will be of great benefit to the city moving forward and we’re pleased to recognize Joe’s hard work with this promotion.”